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State Tipoffs Involving Indiana Newsletter for Sunday November 12, 2023 ( 62 items )  

2023 State of Computer Science Report Highlights Indiana as One of the Top States in the Nation for Computer Science
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release: Code.org, the Computer Science Teachers Association, and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance recently released the 2023 State of Computer Science Education. Published annually, the report provides the most comprehensive analysis of national progress in computer science education and highlights Indiana as one of the top states in the nation for computer science. "As   more

Al Leighton '62 and Kathy Fox '75 Honored With Marian University's 2023 Dillon Family Distinguished Alumni Award
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- Marian University issued the following news: Al Leighton '62 and Kathy Fox '75 were honored by Marian University at its 2023 gala with the university's 2023 Dillion Family Distinguished Alumni Award. Separately, Leighton and Fox were students and long-time supporters of Marian University. Together, they are an unforgettable duo. Leighton graduated from Marian College in 1962 and worked for a CPA firm in Dayton, Ohio, before moving to Indianapolis to work for M  more

Barnes & Thornburg Appoints Timothy Emerick As Office Managing Partner In South Bend, Elkhart
SOUTH BEND, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- Barnes and Thornburg, a law firm, issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2023: Barnes & Thornburg announced today that Timothy A. Emerick has been named the new managing partner of the firm's South Bend and Elkhart offices. Emerick succeeds John C. Smarrella, who will be stepping down from office leadership to focus on his corporate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice. An attorney with the firm since 2006, Emerick advises buyers and sellers in merg  more

Collaboration Between Ball State, Western Kentucky Student, Public Media Results in Pacemaker Award From Associated Collegiate Press
MUNCIE, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: In a groundbreaking project for collegiate journalism, Ball Bearings Magazine, the Ball State Daily News, and the Western Kentucky College Heights Herald, in collaboration with Ball State PBS and Western Kentucky PBS, were named joint winners of the Associated Collegiate Press' Innovation Pacemaker Award for the cross-platform multimedia project, "Fleeing to Flyover Country." This is the first time two universi  more

Hanson Bridgett Represents Column Capital Advisors in Acquisition by CAPTRUST Financial Advisors
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Nov. 8 -- Hanson Bridgett, a law firm, issued the following news release: The registered investment advisory deal team from Hanson Bridgett LLP recently represented client Column Capital Advisors, an Indianapolis, Indiana-based wealth management firm that manages more than $1.4 billion in assets, in its acquisition by CAPTRUST Financial Advisors. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Column Capital Advisors was founded in 2005 and has three core offerings  more

Ice Miller Issues Statement on Anti-Semitic Harassment
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- Ice Miller, a law firm, issued the following statement on Nov. 8, 2023: * * * In light of current events in the Middle East and reactions in the United States and around the world, the law firm of Ice Miller would like to share the following statement: Over the past several weeks, we have witnessed an escalating pattern of anti-Semitic harassment and violence across the country and around the globe. We cannot ignore the danger and pain that an environment of i  more

IMS, Purdue Partner for 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Experience
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Purdue University is joining the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as presenting sponsor for the Total Solar Eclipse viewing event April 8, 2024, in front of a worldwide audience, further deepening the long-standing history between the two iconic organizations. The Total Solar Eclipse Event at IMS Presented by Purdue University will be one of the nation's most prominent viewing events for the once-in-a-generation p  more

Ind. Education Dept. Announces Purple Star Designated Schools
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2023: The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) today announced 102 newly-designated and/or redesignated Purple Star schools - the largest group since the award was created in 2020. Schools receiving the Purple Star designation are awarded for their significant display of commitment to service members, veterans and students and families connected to our nation's military. "The da  more

Ind. Education Dept.: Indianapolis Principal Surprised With $25,000 Milken Educator Award
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release on Nov. 8, 2023: The Indiana Department of Education and the Milken Family Foundation today surprised Kendra Randle, executive principal at Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle School, an Innovation Network School with Indianapolis Public Schools, with the prestigious Milken Educator Award - which comes with a prize of $25,000 from the foundation. "An exemplary educator and school leader, Kendr  more

Ind. Education Dept.: Plymouth High School Teacher Recognized for Future-Focused Instructional Strategies
PLYMOUTH, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana Department of Education issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2023: The Indiana Department of Education and the Milken Family Foundation today surprised Josh Dingeldein, English/language arts teacher at Plymouth High School, with the prestigious Milken Educator Award - which comes with a prize of $25,000 from the foundation. "Josh Dingeldein is the type of teacher who students will remember long after graduation, not only for the care and compas  more

Ind. House Democrats: Boy Reacts to Community Crossings Grants for Michigan City
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news on Nov. 9, 2023: Today, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced that multiple municipalities will receive Community Crossings Matching Grants to fund road and infrastructure improvements throughout the region. * * * Rep. Pat Boy's (D-Michigan City) district received the following funding: * $41,430.90 for Beverly Shores * $545,062.77 for Chesterton * $998,930.75 for Michigan City   more

Ind. House Democrats: GiaQuinta Comments on Ohio's Vote in Favor of Repreductive Freedom
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news: Tuesday, Nov. 7th, Ohio voters voted in favor of Issue 1, an amendment to the state constitution establishing an "individual right to one's own reproductive medical treatment, including but not limited to abortion." As a result, Ohioans will soon be granted freedoms that their state legislature and governor had previously taken from them. House Democratic Leader Phil GiaQuinta (D-Fort Wayne) released the fo  more

Ind. House Democrats: GiaQuinta Comments on Ohio's Vote to Legalize Marijuana
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana House Democrats issued the following news on Nov. 8, 2023: Tuesday, Nov. 7, Ohioans voted in favor of Issue 2, which prompts a law to legalize, regulate and tax adult-use marijuana products. Product sales will be taxed at 10% on top of existing state and county sales tax, which will generate several hundred million dollars in revenue. The revenue will increase funding for jobs, municipalities and drug treatment and prevention in at-risk communities.   more

Ind. House Republicans: Area Lawmakers - Over $1M in Route to Vanderburgh County, Evansville Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Vanderburgh County and Evansville are set to receive a combined total of more than $1 million in state funding to help complete road and bridge projects, according to area legislators. State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total,  more

Ind. House Republicans: Area Lawmakers - State Dollars in Route to Hancock County for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State funding totaling just over $544,000 is in route to Hancock County to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to area legislators. State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities and counti  more

Ind. House Republicans: King to Vice Chair House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State Rep. Joanna King (R-Middlebury) was recently appointed to serve as vice chair of the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee. "Committees are an important part of the legislative process as we consider different bills for new laws," King said. "It's an incredible honor to be selected as vice chair of the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety committee, and I look forward to di  more

Ind. House Republicans: Lindauer - State Dollars in Route to Martin County for Infrastructure Improvements
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State funding totaling more than $367,000 is in route to Martin County to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to State Rep. Shane Lindauer (R-Jasper). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, citie  more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Baird - State Dollars in Route to Bainbridge for Infrastructure Improvements
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: More than $281,000 in state funding is in route to Bainbridge to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle). State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities  more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Bartels - State Dollars in Route to Perry, Spencer Counties for Infrastructure Improvements
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State funding is in route to Perry and Spencer counties to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities and counties wi  more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Heine - State Dollars in Route to Allen County Communities for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Significant state funding is in route to Allen County communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities and coun  more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Morrison - State Dollars in Route to Parke, Vermillion Counties for Infrastructure Improvements
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Significant state funding is in route to Parke and Vermillion counties to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Alan Morrison (R-Brazil). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities and   more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Negele - State Dollars in Route to Williamsport for Infrastructure Improvements
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: State funding totaling just over $472,000 is in route to Williamsport to help make local infrastructure improvements, according to State Rep. Sharon Negele (R-Attica). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities   more

Ind. House Republicans: Rep. Prescott - State Dollars in Route to Jay County Communities for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 3 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Significant state funding is in route to Jay County communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities and cou  more

Ind. House Republicans: Reps. Bartels, Lindauer - State Dollars in Route to Dubois County Communities for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Significant state funding is in route to Dubois County communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Shane Lindauer (R-Jasper). State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items.   more

Ind. House Republicans: Reps. Pressel, Teshka - State Dollars in Route to LaPorte County, Michigan City for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 6 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Nearly $2 million in state funding is in route to LaPorte County and Michigan City to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Reps. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) and Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty). State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improv  more

Ind. House Republicans: State Rep. Bob Cherry Announces Plan to Retire Next Year After 25 Years of Service
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 11 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release on Nov. 10, 2023: After 25 years of service, State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) today announced his plans to retire next year from the Indiana House of Representatives. Cherry will complete his current term and not seek re-election in 2024. "During my time in the legislature, our state's national economic momentum and outlook rankings have gone from near the bottom of nearly every recognized lis  more

Ind. House Republicans: State Rep. Borders - State Dollars in Route to Sullivan County Communities for Road Projects
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 3 -- The Indiana House Republicans issued the following news release: Significant state funding is in route to Sullivan County communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to State Rep. Bruce Borders (R-Jasonville). Funding is available through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, which can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities an  more

Ind. Senate Republicans: Brown Named 2023 Midwest Champion of Innovation
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana Senate Republicans issued the following news release on Nov. 9, 2023: State Sen. Liz Brown (R-Fort Wayne) was recognized today as the 2023 Midwest Champion of Innovation at TechNet's annual state policy conference in Austin, Texas. The Champion of Innovation award is given to state lawmakers who are leaders in advocating for policies that strengthen the economy, create jobs and produce innovation, especially those who are dedicated to issues in the  more

Ind. Senate Republicans: Glick - Communities in Senate District 13 Receive More Than $6.8 Million in Road-Funding Grants
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- The Indiana Senate Republicans issued the following news release: Communities in Senate District 13 will receive more than $6.8 million to improve roads and bridges through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG), said State Sen. Sue Glick (R-LaGrange). The CCMG, established by the Indiana General Assembly in 2016, aims to advance community infrastructure projects, strengthen local transportation networks and improve Indiana's roads and bridges. S  more

Ind. Utility Regulatory Commission Issues Weekly Hearing Schedule for Nov. 13-17
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following weekly hearing schedule: * * * Monday, November 13, 2023 CAUSE NO.: 37389-GCA136; ALJ: PAGONIS; TIME: 9:30 A.M.; ROOM: PNC, Room 222 APPLICATION OF WESTFIELD GAS, LLC D/B/A CITIZENS GAS OF WESTFIELD FOR A CHANGE IN ITS GAS COST ADJUSTMENT CHARGE FOR THE PERIOD DECEMBER 2023, JANUARY, AND FEBRUARY 2024. * * * Monday, November 13, 2023 CAUSE NO.: 37399-GCA160; ALJ: PAGONIS; TIME: 10:00 A.  more

Indiana Democratic Party: Angie Nelson-Deuitch Flips Back Michigan City
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 8, 2023: * * * Becomes First Black Elected Mayor of Michigan City * * * The Indiana Democratic Party released the following statement from Chairman Mike Schmuhl on Angie Nelson-Deuitch winning the election to become the next mayor of Michigan City: "Michigan City chose a new path by electing councilwoman Angie Nelson-Deuitch as their next mayor. Angie understands that Michigan City is at a c  more

Indiana Democratic Party: Hoosier Democrats Achieve Big Wins Across Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release: On January 1, 2024, over 300,000 Hoosiers that currently have a Republican mayor will have a Democratic mayor, thanks to the solid gains seen by Indiana Democrats on Tuesday. Here are the cities where Democrats flipped the Mayor's office from R to D last night, including six of Indiana's 50 largest cities: * Evansville pop. 116,486 (Indiana's 3rd largest city) * Terre Haute - 58,525 (Indiana's 15  more

Indiana University Law School: Emmert Discusses Israel Hamas War With Indiana Lawyer
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: A story about the Indiana legal community's reaction to the Israel-Hamas war contains an interview with IU McKinney Professor Frank Emmert. In the story, Professor Emmert offered his expertise in international law. The story (https://www.theindianalawyer.com/articles/its-so-disheartening-attorneys-reflect-on-israel-hamas-war) was published in the November 8 issue. (subscription required)  more

Indiana University Law School: Professor Magliocca Testified in Colorado Case That Could Exclude Former President From Ballot
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 8 (TNSres) -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: IU McKinney Professor Gerard Magliocca testified November 2 as an expert witness in a Colorado trial brought by six voters seeking to exclude former President Donald Trump from the ballot in that state. This is not the first time Professor Magliocca has offered expert testimony in a 14th Amendment challenge. He has testified in a hearing that could have denied a member of Congress  more

Indiana University Law School: Professor Wilson Interviewed for National Jurist Story on Best LL.M. Programs
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 8 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: IU McKinney's Master of Laws program was placed on the Best LL.M. Programs Honor Roll by National Jurist magazine. The fall 2023 issue also features an interview with Professor Tom Wilson, associate dean of graduate and international programs at IU McKinney. The piece, which begins on page 14, focuses on IU McKinney's practice of providing LL.M. students with immersive learning experiences  more

Indiana University's Media School: Press Places Third in Annual Keating Feature Writing Competition
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- Indiana University's Media School issued the following news: Junior Matt Press placed third in the 37th annual Thomas R. Keating writing contest, which took place on Nov. 4. Ten student journalists from around the state were given five hours to interview, write, and file a piece about ordinary people living in Indianapolis. Students who place in the top three receive journalism scholarships worth $3,000, $1,750, and $1,250, respectively. Press' feature -- which  more

Indiana University-Purdue University: Trustees Approve $45 Million in Major Research Lab Renovation, Student Housing Design
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 11 (TNSres) -- Indiana University-Purdue University's Indianapolis Campus issued the following news: The Indiana University Board of Trustees approved four items from the Facilities and Auxiliaries Committee meeting Nov. 10, including $45 million in research laboratory renovations that are part of IU's more than $250 million investment in biosciences and $111 million investment in microelectronics. For Bloomington, select research laboratories will be renovated and   more

Indiana University: On-Campus Residence Hall Rates Approved for 2024-25
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 11 -- Indiana University issued the following news release: The Indiana University Board of Trustees approved on-campus residence hall rates for each campus with housing for the next academic year during its Nov. 10 meeting, with increases at less than 3%. The standard room and board rate for IU Bloomington will increase 2.69%, or $319 per year. Rates at the Indianapolis campus will increase 2%, or $252 per year. IU South Bend room and board will increase 2%, or $129  more

Indiana University: Stigma, Fear May Keep Shooting Survivors From Seeking Mental Health Services
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 7 (TNSres) -- Indiana University issued the following news release: A new study finds that shooting survivors may not seek the mental health services they need after experiencing gun violence due to stigma, fear and a lack of trusted resources. The study, led by assistant professor Lauren Magee with the Indiana University O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs in Indianapolis, is featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association Network Open. Ma  more

IU Board of Trustees Tables Vote on Kinsey Institute Proposal
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 11 -- Indiana University issued the following news release: The Indiana University Board of Trustees tabled a proposal Friday that would permit the university to set up a nonprofit entity to fund and operate a small portion of Kinsey Institute functions that have historically been supported through IU's general fund. The proposal follows a recently passed Indiana law that prohibits IU from using taxpayer dollars to support the Kinsey Institute. "We look forward to co  more

IU McKinney and Temple Law Schools Present Policy Reform Recommendations for U.S. Response to Opioid Epidemic
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 10 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: As the nation moves into three decades of the overdose epidemic with renewed federal emergency declarations entering their sixth year and overdose deaths now exceeding 100,000 annually, it's time to reckon with the limitations of our current policy approaches and adopt opportunities to reduce harm and improve lives. That's the basis for a new, transformational model for U.S. drug policy,   more

IU McKinney's Moot Court Society Announces Winners of 2023 Staton Intramural Competition
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 8 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news: Marissa Marshino and Shelby Mohr were declared the winners of the Honorable Robert H. Staton Intramural Moot Court Competition. The finals took place at the Indiana Supreme Court in the Wynne Courtroom at Inlow Hall on October 22. Blaize Hiatt won the Mitzi H. Martin Top Oral Advocate of the Preliminary Rounds Award. Seth Engdahl won the Christopher M. Maine Top Oralist of the Finals Awar  more

IU South Bend Welcomes New Members to Advisory Board
SOUTH BEND, Indiana, Nov. 11 -- Indiana University South Bend campus issued the following news release: Six community leaders are joining the IU South Bend Advisory Board. Their terms began on September 12, and each will be serving a three-year term on the board. In 1972, the IU Board of Trustees formally established advisory boards at each of the regional campuses. The boards are comprised of leaders from the region, and they assist the Chancellor in responding effectively to the educational  more

Keough School Expert to Play Key Role in COP28 Climate Talks on Food Systems
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Nov. 9 (TNSres) -- The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs issued the following news release: Climate change research has typically focused on the energy sector and the need to adopt cleaner technologies to power homes, cars and factories. But a growing awareness of how our food systems contribute to global warming has brought increasing numbers of agriculture experts to the discussion table. For the first time in history, agriculture will be part o  more

Keough School Partners With US Department of State on Conflict Prevention Research Initiative
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- The University of Notre Dame issued the following news: The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs will work closely with the U.S. Department of State on a new initiative that will enable students to conduct cutting-edge global conflict prevention research. As part of the new Academic Centers of Conflict Anticipation and Prevention partnership, the department's Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations (CSO) has engaged several  more

Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue Partners With Indiana's Applied Research Institute to Accelerate Global Tech Security and Innovation in America's Heartland
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue issued the following news release: The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue and the Applied Research Institute (ARI) based in Indiana announced a partnership to accelerate the innovation and adoption of trusted technology to enhance global tech security within the State of Indiana. As the preeminent authority in the new category of Tech Diplomacy, the Krach Institute will provide policy expertise, training, commercial p  more

Library of Congress Recognizes Plagiarized University of Evansville Archaeologist After 90 Years
EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Nov. 8 -- University of Evansville issued the following news: The Library of Congress, a bastion of knowledge and information, has taken a historic step in acknowledging the groundbreaking contributions of Dr. Mary Ellingson, a former University of Evansville archaeologist whose work was wrongfully attributed to another individual. After a staggering 90 years of anonymity and academic injustice, Dr. Ellingson's name now graces the catalog entry of the Excavations at Olynthu  more

McLin Promoted to Director of Admissions at VU
VINCENNES, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- Vincennes University issued the following news release: Vincennes University President Dr. Chuck Johnson has announced the promotion of Sarah McLin to Director of Admissions, effective immediately. "Sarah's commitment to ensuring that future generations continue to have access to Vincennes University's affordable, high-quality education has earned her this role," Johnson said. "I am confident that under Sarah's leadership, VU's Admissions team will be in good hand  more

Messmer Report: Ensuring Indiana's Economy Remains Strong
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 11 (TNSres) -- Indiana State Sen. Mark Messmer, R-Jasper, issued the following Messmer Report on Nov. 10, 2023: * * * Understanding employment and labor issues throughout the state is an important tool to ensure Indiana's economy and workforce remains strong. This year, the Interim Study Committee on Employment and Labor (https://iga.in.gov/2023/committees/interim/employment-and-labor-interim-study-committee) considered whether Indiana should adopt interstate mobil  more

Morehead State Professor Dr. Chris Miller Co-Authors Book on Educational Technology Management
MOREHEAD, Kentucky, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- Morehead State University issued the following news: Dr. Chris Miller (Class of 1994), professor of education and director of MSU at Mt. Sterling, has co-authored a book in the "Leadership and Best Practices in Educational Technology Management" series by the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) and Brill Publishing titled "AECT at 100: A Legacy of Leadership." Miller was a contributor along with Dr. Anthony A. Pina, chief onl  more

Northwestern is Part of National Effort to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Economy
EVANSTON, Illinois, Nov. 7 (TNSres) -- Northwestern University issued the following story: * * * Plan is to produce hydrogen by leveraging diverse and abundant energy sources, including renewable energy, natural gas and low-cost nuclear energy * * * Northwestern University is a key partner in the Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen (MachH2), one of seven new Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs across the nation selected to receive $7 billion in funding to accelerate the domestic market for low-cost  more

Notre Dame: 'Crowding Out' the Competition - Study Reveals Surprising Livestream Chatting and Tipping Behavior
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Nov. 8 (TNSres) -- The University of Notre Dame issued the following news: Over the past decade, social media giants including X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook, YouTube, Amazon and Twitch have begun offering livestreaming services, allowing users to interact with each other in real time on their computers and mobile phones. Viewers can engage at no cost with the platform and other users by sending chats and likes, but nearly all livestreaming broadcasters now encour  more

Notre Dame: Success of Wolbachia-Infected Mosquitoes in Fighting Dengue May Be Underestimated
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Nov. 7 (TNSres) -- The University of Notre Dame issued the following news: The fight against dengue fever has a new weapon: a mosquito infected with the bacteria Wolbachia, which prevents the spread of the virus. These mosquitoes have now been deployed in several trials demonstrating their potential in preventing disease transmission. Now, researchers at the University of Notre Dame have conducted an analysis of the World Mosquito Program's randomized control trial of Wolb  more

Purdue: Chipshub - An Online Platform for Everything Semiconductors
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Purdue University is leveraging its expertise in scientific simulation tools to help the nation take the lead as the hub for semiconductors and chips research, development and manufacturing. The university is teaming with the state of Indiana, the U.S. Department of Defense and the international not-for-profit R&D center imec to unveil Chipshub, an online platform for semiconductor simulations, so  more

Purdue: Experiment Shows Biological Interactions of Microplastics in Watery Environment
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Nov. 7 (TNSres) -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Scientists strive to understand full ecological impacts of plastics on aquatic food webs * * * Scientists have learned over the years that when aquatic organisms such as zooplankton become exposed to microplastics, they eat poorly. Research at Purdue University now shows that their plastic-induced eating difficulties also limit the ability of zooplankton to control algal proliferation. "If  more

Purdue: October Consumer Food Insights Report Highlights Thanksgiving Meal Plans
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Nov. 9 (TNSres) -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Nearly eight in 10 Americans will celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with a special meal, according to the October 2023 Consumer Food Insights Report. The survey-based report out of Purdue University's Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability assesses food spending, consumer satisfaction and values, support of agricultural and food policies, and trust in information sources. Purd  more

Teresa Lubbers Honored With the 2023 Innovator and Mentor of the Year Award by Marian University
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 7 -- Marian University issued the following news: Teresa Lubbers, President of the Sagamore Institute, was honored by Marian University at its 2023 gala with its 2023 John A. Purdie Innovator and Mentor of the Year Award. As President of the Sagamore Institute, an Indianapolis-based think tank, Lubbers is focused on minimizing income disparity and international security threats while maximizing opportunity and talent in the Midwest. Lubbers is dedicated to bolsteri  more

UE Receives National Award for Service to Veterans
EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Nov. 11 -- University of Evansville issued the following news: On this Veterans Day, the University of Evansville (UE) has been nationally recognized for its service to veterans. UE was named to the prestigious Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" 2023 List. This recognition is a testament to the university's unwavering commitment to supporting military-affiliated students and providing them with the resources and opportunities they need to achieve academic success. Am  more

University of Notre Dame: Keough School Partners With US Department of State on Conflict Prevention Research Initiative
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Nov. 10 (TNSres) -- The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs issued the following news release: The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs will work closely with the US Department of State on a new initiative that will enable students to conduct cutting-edge global conflict prevention research. As part of the new Academic Centers of Conflict Anticipation and Prevention partnership, the department's Bureau of Conflict and Stabilizat  more

University of Saint Francis Seniors Sign to Begin Careers With Parkview Health
FORT WAYNE, Indiana, Nov. 8 -- The University of Saint Francis issued the following news release: Twenty University of Saint Francis seniors announced they will begin their healthcare careers with Parkview Health. The upcoming December graduates made their intentions known in a signing event on Monday in Achatz Hall of Science and John and Toni Murray Research Center. Representatives from Parkview joined USF College of Health Sciences leaders to celebrate the launching of these important caree  more

University of Southern Indiana Awarded Indiana Commission for Higher Education College Success Program Grant to Support First-Generation Students
EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The University of Southern Indiana issued the following news release: The University of Southern Indiana has been named an inaugural recipient of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) 2023 College Success Program grant. Announced by the ICHE on November 3, the first grant cycle funding is being used to create 32 full-time positions at 22 public or private four-year Indiana higher education institutions to support 21st Century Scholars, Frank O'Bannon   more

University of Southern Indiana President Rochon Appointed Chair of AASCU Board of Directors
EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Nov. 9 -- The University of Southern Indiana issued the following news release: Dr. Ronald S. Rochon, University of Southern Indiana President, was appointed Chair of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities' (AASCU) Board of Directors at the 2023 AASCU Annual Conference, held in Chicago, Illinois, on Tuesday, November 7. He will serve a one-year term as Chair. Before assuming this position, Rochon served on the Executive Committee and chaired the Mille  more